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Risk of pulled-in-two syndrome

Congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles (CFEOM) is along the risk factors for pulled-in-two syndrome (PITS). The aim of this study was to report six cases and discuss prevention and clinical management strategies. The author’s six cases represented an incidence...

Ahmed and Baerveldt glaucoma drainage implant outcomes

This study reports the surgical outcomes of both the Ahmed (AGV) and Baerveldt (BGI) glaucoma drainage implants in a cohort of patients with primary congenital glaucoma over a long follow-up in a single tertiary centre. This was a retrospective study...

Optical coherence tomography in patients exposed to vigabatrin

Vigabatrin is used to treat epilepsy and can lead to increased levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain and in the retina leading to binasal visual field defects. Although not the first line of treatment for adults it is...

Lateral tarsal strip versus Bick’s procedure in correction of eyelid malposition

The authors report a retrospective case series of patients, to evaluate the effectiveness of Lateral Tarsal Strip (LTS) and Bick’s procedure (lateral wedge resection) for all types of involutional lower eyelid malposition, at two centres between January 2012 and 2015....

Exeter clinic manager wins VCHP Volunteer Award

Exeter VCHP clinic manager, Zoe Haigh, has been recognised for her outstanding contribution to the charity during the past six years.

Optical Suppliers Association: Autumn Meeting set for 27 October

The OSA’s Autumn Meeting will take place on 27 October at the St Pancras Hotel in London, providing member companies with the chance to learn more about organising their own CPD sessions. Looking ahead to 100% Optical and other opportunities...

3rd Annual Retinal Imaging Biomarkers & Endpoints Summit

Accelerate Your Ophthalmic Development with Deep Learning Systems & Sophisticated AI Imaging TechnologiesWith state-of-the-art AI-assisted technology making retinal imaging 100 times faster, the rapid advancement of technology in ophthalmology, coupled with the strong unmet need for more drugs for retinal...

A possible biomarker for diabetic retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common form of diabetic eye disease, characterised by exudates, microaneurysms and haemorrhage. Early diagnosis is crucial for preventing visual loss. The risk of developing diabetic retinopathy is known to increase with age as well...

RPE use similar pathway to regulatory T cells to inhibit immune response

Retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells form an important part of the blood-retinal barrier that protects the neuronal cells responsible for sight. RPE cells are involved in innate and adaptive immune responses via expression of surface molecules and release of cytokines....

The effect of everolimus on retinal pigment epithelium and proliferative vitreo-retinopathy

The principal cells involved in proliferative vitreo-retinopathy (PVR) are retinal pigment epithelial cells (RPE). Everolimus is a drug used in renal cell carcinoma which targets and inhibits a key regulatory protein in cancer (mTOR). In this study, the authors investigated...

How the thinking machine is transforming the retinal landscape

Regulatory approval of the first two therapeutic substances for the management of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration has been a major breakthrough. The authors explored the issue surrounding the lack of agreed therapeutic standards and diagnostic tools...

Technology in ophthalmology – a promising future and what we need to know about the regulations

Undoubtedly, ophthalmology is one of the greatest sources of inspiration for technological progress in medicine. Thus far, we have seen remarkable advancements in the technology used by ophthalmologists across all subspecialties. From simplifying common procedures, to treating previously incurable conditions,...